Why transparency matters with body jewellery and piercing.
When it comes to body piercing, what you wear in your skin matters. Yet in many studios across Auckland, clients are unknowingly fitted with low-grade, mystery-metal jewellery that can cause allergic reactions, poor healing, or worse. At Platinum Point, we believe that transparency in piercing jewellery isn’t optional - it’s essential.
Here’s why piercing jewellery transparency matters more than ever, and how we’re different.
1. The Problem: What Most Studios Don’t Tell You
Unfortunately, the piercing industry is largely unregulated in New Zealand. Many studios use jewellery that:
Contains nickel, lead, or unknown alloys
Has no documentation or origin tracking
Is mass-produced in factories with little quality control
Is chosen for profit, not safety
Clients are rarely told what’s being put into their body. In some cases, jewellery is labelled as hypoallergenic - which sounds safe but has no meaning beyond marketing.
2. Why Jewellery Transparency Is Critical
What’s in your jewellery directly affects:
Healing: Poor quality jewellery can cause prolonged healing, irritation, and even rejection.
Health: Allergic reactions to nickel or unknown metals are common and completely avoidable.
Longevity: Cheap jewellery breaks down or discolours quickly, leading to reinfections and replacements.
Ethics: Low-cost jewellery is often manufactured in factories with questionable labor and environmental practices.
You deserve better - and that starts with knowing what you're putting into your body.
3. How Platinum Point Does It Differently
At Platinum Point, transparency is one of our core values - because you deserve to know exactly what’s in your piercing jewellery.
Here’s how we set ourselves apart from most Auckland studios:
We Only Use Verified Implant-Grade Materials
Every piece of jewellery we offer is made from implant-grade titanium/steel (ASTM F136/F138), solid 14k/18k gold, or niobium- materials that meet medical safety standards.
We Show You the Source
We work only with reputable, traceable brands like Anatometal, BVLA, Bodycircle Designs, and Goldyluxe Sydney. These brands disclose their manufacturing processes, materials, and certifications - and we pass that transparency on to you.
No Mystery Metals - Ever
We never use “surgical steel” or plated jewellery for initial piercings. Everything is nickel-free, body-safe, and backed by documentation.
We Educate, Not Upsell
We believe in empowering clients, not misleading them. We explain what materials we use, why we use them, and what your options are - so you can make an informed choice. And our minimum standard of materials is the highest standard, meaning the only choice you need to make is aesthetic/budget.
4. Why It Matters More in Auckland
Many Auckland piercing studios cut corners to reduce costs - but it’s your health that pays the price. In an industry that often puts aesthetics or profit over safety, Platinum Point is committed to changing the narrative.
We believe Auckland deserves better - and we’re here to lead that shift.
5. Questions to Ask Any Piercer Before Getting Pierced
To protect yourself, ask:
“Is this jewellery implant-grade?”
“Can you tell me where this jewellery is made?”
“Is this suitable for long-term wear in a healing piercing?”
“What brand is this from - and do you have documentation?”
If a studio can’t answer these confidently - walk away.
Final Thoughts: Transparency Is a Standard, Not a Luxury
At Platinum Point, we don’t believe in compromise. Your body is worth more than vague labels and unknown materials. We’re proud to offer piercing jewellery that’s not only beautiful - but safe, ethical, and fully transparent.
You wouldn’t eat food without knowing the ingredients - so why should your body jewellery be any different?
Book your appointment today and experience Auckland’s most trusted and transparent piercing studio.
